Chicago Park District Hosts Citywide Egg Hunts March 28-April 19

3/12/2014

The Chicago Park District hops to it this spring by hosting dozens of egg hunts, including one for dogs, one with flashlights and another in the pool, March 28-April 19 at citywide parks. Most events will feature treats, prizes, face painting, arts and crafts plus photo opportunities with the bunny. Some activities may require pre-registration due to limited space. Many programs are admission free or have nominal entrance fees. Participants should call the individual parks for additional information.

One of this year’s highlights is the 11th annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., the largest admission-free candy grab in Chicago, Saturday, April 12.

Click here to watch a video about egg hunts. Following are a few highlights:

2014 Spring Egg-Stravaganza
Saturday, April 12Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., 312-235-7162
8:30 – 10 a.m. Ticketed breakfast in the United Club.
• Admission to the breakfast is $19 for adults, $13 for children under age 10, and free for children under age 3 with a paying adult.
• Reservations are required for breakfast and must be made by Wednesday, April 9 by calling 312-235-7063 or emailing SoldierFieldBistro@chicago-365.com.
9 a.m. Admission free festival begins.
10 a.m. Admission-free candy grab on the field.

11th Annual Doggie Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 12
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose Ave., 773-478-3499
Admission $10 per dog; participants must be at least 18 years of age
Dogs will hunt for treat-filled eggs, receive a bandana and join in the bonnet parade. Photos with the bunny will be available for purchase. Dogs must be kept on a leash, and owners must stay with their dogs at all times.

The Chicago Park District is the largest municipal park manager in the nation and owner of more than 8,100 acres of green space. We invite you to take in a concert or a movie at one of our 580 parks, to expand your horizons by registering for one of our thousands of programs offered throughout our 260 field houses, to get a great workout indoors at one of our state-of-the-art fitness centers, or outdoors along Lake Michigan’s 26 miles of pristine lakefront, or enjoy nature with a peaceful visit.